Day Trips in Urumqi

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Private Day Tour to Nanshan Pasture and Tianshan Grand CanyonFrom CNY 1,377
5.0 9 h

Private Day Tour to Nanshan Pasture and Tianshan Grand Canyon

Nanshan Pasture and Tianshan Grand Canyon are well-known for the natural scenery, located in the south of Urumqi. This private day tour will let you visit both places with a local guide by private vehicle. Moreover, you will visit the traditional Kazak yurt.

Private Day Trip to Turpan from Urumqi including Bezklik GrottoesFrom CNY 1,861
4.9 12 h

Private Day Trip to Turpan from Urumqi including Bezklik Grottoes

Begin your day with an 8:30am hotel pickup in Urumqi and enjoy a scenic 3-hour drive to Turpan, passing dramatic windmill farms, shimmering salt lakes, and the rugged beauty of the Tianshan Mountains. Step back in time at the atmospheric Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, where 15th-century Buddhist frescoes whisper tales of the past, then explore the sprawling ruins of Gaochang Ancient City, a once-thriving Silk Road kingdom. Marvel at the elegant Emin Minaret, a masterpiece of Uyghur architecture, and discover the ingenious Karez Irrigation System, an ancient engineering marvel that turned the desert into fertile land. Savor authentic local flavors during lunch. After a full day immersed in Turpan's rich history and stunning landscapes, relax on your return journey to Urumqi, arriving at your hotel with unforgettable memories of Xinjiang's cultural treasures.

Private Day Tour to Kashgar from Urumqi by Round-way FlightFrom CNY 4,005
16 h

Private Day Tour to Kashgar from Urumqi by Round-way Flight

Kashgar is the hub on Silk Road since ancient time. This private day trip will offer you a wonderful day tour from Urumqi by round-way flight. You will explore Kashgar old town, Id Ghar Mosque, Apa Hoja Tomb, Grand Bazaar, and Handicraft Street...etc. with a local guide. Please note this is a very long day tour.

PRI Day Tour to Nanshan and Erdaoqiao Show with Dinner in UrumqiFrom CNY 1,307
12 h

PRI Day Tour to Nanshan and Erdaoqiao Show with Dinner in Urumqi

Nanshan is a wonderful place to view the beautiful Tianshan Mountains. Erdaoqiao International Bazaar is a well-known market in Urumqi to various souvenirs, dried fruits, carpets, and food etc. The Uyghur dancing and singing are also renown in China. This private day tour will let you visit Nanshan Baiyanggou (White Poplar Gully), wander around the bazaar, and view the performance with included dinner.

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